Laxmibai: An embodiment of
patriotism; heroism; self-respect
JHANSI KI RANI, the great heroine of the First War of Indian Freedom, was an embodiment of patriotism, self-respect and heroism. Her life is a thrilling story of womanliness, courage, adventure, deathless patriotism and martyrdom. In her tender body there was a lions spirit. She was young in years, but her decisions were mature.
Notwithstanding her short span of life as she lived only till 22, Rani Laxmibai has inspired many and is still a living legend for her great leadership qualities, patriotism and bravery.
The tale of her bravery and indomitable fighting spirit was reflected during the Indian Mutiny in 1857 when she went to War and took up arms, she was the very embodiment of the War Goddess Kali. She was beautiful and frail. But her radiance made men diffident. A lesson is to be learnt for us all from her experiences!
The words of the British General Sir Hugh Rose who fought against the Maharani several times and was defeated time and time -- that "Of the mutineers the bravest and the greatest commander was the Rani" sums up the bravery, fighting spirit and exceptional leadership ability of this great queen of Jhanshi who died fighting the British Army on June 17, 1858.
Management Lesson from Rani Laxmibai:
A good leader can learn from Lakshmibai's conviction, commitment, skill, flexibility and can-do attitude. An organisation can also learn from her life: it can learn to be prepared for a topsy-turvy ride in the long run. There could be multiple roadblocks and hiccups. But the important lesson is to learn from the losses and consolidate the wins; this will help in turning an organisation into an institution, which could be respected by all.
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